63 31 150 Removing and installing/replacing glovebox light

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IMPORTANT: Follow instructions for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS).
Replacement:
If necessary, remove bulb.

Lever glovebox light (1) with special tool 64 1 020 as pictured out of glovebox housing (2).

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove glovebox light (1).

Replacement:

Note TYPE of bulb.

Fig 1: Removing Glovebox Light Using Special Tool (64 1 020) Out Of Glovebox Housing

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